Well, I've made the bold decision not to bother with a post-maternity (aka hospital) bag. Partly, I can't be bothered and partly I just don't see the need this time. It'll just be more of a PITA to have to unpack it afterwards or dig things out. I am very much into sorting things out and having it the way I want it pre and post birth at home now. It has been driving me nuts that we have stuff lying around, etc, and we are almost on top of things now. The last thing I want is an extra bag in my recently-cleared wardrobe/bedroom to bother me!

Getting all scripts and oxygen sorted this week. DP is getting the air compressor, picking it up Thurs at this stage. Then he can sort out the hose attachments, since he wants to redo it. Counting down here now. And quite pleased that the end is close. Feels like it's been a very busy couple of months to get to this stage.

I'm not sure of placenta encapsulation fees. My m/w does this, if I did end up with a decent bleed, I'll get her to take my placenta when she leaves and do it for me. If all is good, I won't bother. I'd be more concerned the placenta pills would accelerate my already overwhelming milk production!

Incidentally, I'm still managing to bf DD2 without a noticeable change in supply or change from milk/colostrum atm. I think it's getting to the stage where I'll be worried if I do notice a change - that it might indicate impending labour! I am starting to be a bit more assertive at ending a bf, just because I don't want to have to start when her baby sister is here. At least she'll be used to Mummy saying, "bye, bye, boo-boo" by then, so if I feel time is up, she can toddle off.

Thinking of you, Teni. Beautiful birthing vibes your way.